posted May 25, 2023
The goal of this project is to rehabilitate the Pincushion Mountain Ski Trails (Pincushion Trails), using volunteers and contracted mechanical equipment (excavator/cats) to repair erosion damage and repair and supplement drainage culvert systems. The project includes several steps to improve trail functionality and drainage. We will establish a consistent 15-foot-wide trail tread using mechanical equipment to repair erosion damage, move ditches in some sections, regrade worn trails on steep hills, and clean out existing ditches to re-establish proper drainage of water. We will also repair and reinstall or add new culverts to ensure that water can flow freely from the higher side of the trail to the lower side.
posted May 25, 2023
The North Superior Ski and Running Club, Inc., (NSSRC) is a Minnesota member based non-profit corporation incorporated in 1979. Our mission is to promote outdoor, silent sports for the lifetime enjoyment of all, especially young people.
Among its many accomplishments, NSSRC has created and maintained the Pincushion Mountain Trail System in conjunction with the US Forest Service and Cook County. All work completed on this fine trail system was either volunteer or paid for from club proceeds. To this day, club members continue to volunteer their time and money to maintain and improve this tremendous trail facility.
posted May 24, 2023
Principal work items of this grant include relocation of Kekekabic Trail and relocation of trail connection between Bingshick and Glee Lakes. A few existing segments of the Kekekabic Trail are under water because of beaver activity and lake level fluctuation. Hikers attempting to avoid the deep water currently make their own alternate routes that damage aquatic vegetation and fragment riparian habitats. New trail routes will be located on upland areas making them more resilient. They will also be reviewed for potential cultural resource impacts and constructed using sustainable trail construction techniques thus reducing the potential of future wetland impacts
posted May 24, 2023
Fence repair and a FS managed gate will be installed to further delineate the WSA boundary and to discourage vehicle use. WSA Boundary and vehicles prohibited signs will also be placed at this location. Foot and horseback travel will be accommodated. Additional WSA boundary and portal signs will be installed at locations determined to be the most suitable and effective for visitors.
posted May 24, 2023
The New Mexico Wilderness Alliance is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) grassroots organization dedicated to the protection, restoration, and continued enjoyment of New Mexico’s wildlands and wilderness areas. Founded in 1997, we achieve our mission through administrative protection, federal wilderness designation, and ongoing stewardship. We have a membership of individuals from all corners of New Mexico and across the nation. Our organizing efforts span the state and involve many diverse groups, including ranchers, sportsmen, land grants, acequia communities, tribal and religious leaders, scientists, youth, and community leaders. We are the only statewide wilderness group in New Mexico with a proven track record of building diverse coalitions to protect our public lands.
posted May 24, 2023
The work to be performed; replace dilapidated bridge with a trail structure to reduce erosion and sediment flow into the main drainage of Dude Creek; perform trail tread improvements and augmented drainage. The standard of the trails in this area needs to be updated using contemporary trail design and building practices to improve overall resiliency. The work will be done in conjunction with the TBRD and volunteers in Summer 2023 and Summer 2024
posted May 24, 2023
This project would focus, in part, on stream crossings and trail segments near streams that would improve trail drainage to reduce sedimentation. In addition, these creeks are home to conservation populations of West-slope Cutthroat trout which are a sensitive species of concern in this region. General trail maintenance is important from a watershed health standpoint because much of the trail system is within close proximity to streams that drain into the Wise River and Grasshopper Creek watersheds, both of which are listed on the State of Montana water quality limited streams due to physical substrate alterations (sedimentation/siltation). One of the causes identified is unmaintained roads and trails in the watershed.
posted May 24, 2023
The MVTC builds and strengthens relationships among trail managers, advocates and user groups to support and enhance sustainable trail experiences in the Methow Valley.
posted May 24, 2023
This project will replace three trail bridges on two NFST trails and perform deferred tread maintenance on one of these trails. Replacing the bridges will keep trail users out of streams, prevent erosion, and improve aquatic species' habitat in these creeks. One is a major trail bridge in Wilderness, and the others are minor bridges in closer proximity on a multi-use non-motorized trail in the scenic State Highway 20 corridor. Bridges will be replaced in accordance with the USFS standard designs for 3-stringer log bridges. The stringer and sills will be native timbers sourced on site.
posted May 24, 2023
The Los Padres Forest Association will restore 5.4 miles of the Santa Cruz National Recreation Trail (27W09) along the southern flank of Little Pine Mountain between the single track trailhead at Upper Oso Campground and Happy Hollow Campground. The funds will go specifically towards restoring a .9 mile subsection of trail that contains 3 broken retaining walls and a failing rock wall. The Santa Cruz Trail is one of only two federally designated National Recreation Trails (NRT) within the Los Padres National Forest (LPNF) and has historically been a very popular multi-use trail loved by hikers, backpackers, equestrians, and mountain bikers.
